Bibliograph

Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond, A Spiritual and Practical Guide

Type

Label

Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond, A Spiritual and Practical Guide

Language

eng

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond

Medium

electronic resource

Nature of contents

dictionaries

Oclc number

883566229

Sub title

A Spiritual and Practical Guide

Summary

Pregnancy and child birth bring about significant physical changes and challenges. Most parents, however, also have spiritual and philosophical questions which most pregnancy books don't address. Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond covers both the practical and spiritual aspects of having a child.Erika Gradenwitz-Koehler explains how diet, state of mind and the desire for a child can all affect chances of conception. She gives advice for a healthy pregnancy in body, soul and spirit and helps prepare parents for the physical and emotional experience of birthing. Chapters on infant care inc

Table Of Contents

Cover; Title Page; Contents; Note; Preface; Part I: Becoming Pregnant; Conception; Nutrition for Conception; Harmful Substances; Timing of Sexual Intercourse; Your Mental State; Age and Medical Indications; Assisted Conception; The Child's Perspective; Part II: Pregnancy and Birth.; What Actually Happened?; The Embryo; Child, Mother and Father Week by Week; Nutrition During Pregnancy; Morning Sickness; Caring for Your Body; Physical exercise; Sex; Relaxation; Birth Preparation; The Onset of Labour; Check-list for Partners; First Stage of Labour; Birthing Phase; Birth; Part III: BeyondCaring for Yourself and Your PartnerCare of the Baby; Breastfeeding; Solid Foods for Your Child; Checks and Vaccinations; Returning to Paid Work; Child Development; The Baby's Brain; Sleep; Play; Communication; Health; Parenthood; Bibliography and Recommended Reading; Acknowledgements; About the Author; Copyright; Advertisement

Classification

Contributor